rev. dr. laurie kraus Archives

Sandy Hook Promise addresses gun violence by changing culture

Posted April 17th, 2020

Halfway through her opening statement on Wednesday’s edition of “Standing Our Holy Ground,” the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program’s year-long webinar series about how the church can respond to gun violence, Nicole Hockley of Sandy Hook Promise cited some extraordinary achievements by her group.

Matthew 25 grants will support vulnerable congregations facing COVID-19

Posted April 2nd, 2020

Like many small businesses, the dynamics of the coronavirus pandemic are putting a strain on a lot of churches — some of which were already hanging on by a thread.

PDA ready to make COVID-19 grants thanks to One Great Hour of Sharing

Posted March 26th, 2020

For decades, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has stood ready to respond to domestic and international disasters — even a crisis on the monumental scale of the COVID-19 pandemic.

How does PDA respond to a disaster during a pandemic?

Posted March 25th, 2020

Somewhat submerged in the barrage of headlines about COVID-19 is news that Mother Nature is still doing her thing.

Protecting your mental health during the pandemic

Posted March 25th, 2020

As Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear addresses the state each day about efforts to fight the coronavirus, he often stresses the need to take steps to keep anxiety in check during these difficult times.

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance suspends volunteer trips

Posted March 16th, 2020

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has made the difficult decision to call for the closure of volunteer host sites and cancel volunteer trips through June.

Coronavirus: Faith not fear

Posted March 3rd, 2020

Many people worldwide have questions about Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), first detected in China and now in more than 60 locations internationally, including the United States.

When global response requires global resources

Posted February 28th, 2020

The meeting was done, and the Rev. Edwin González-Castillo thought he was leaving with his collaborators from Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA).

Story Ministry focuses on voices that need to be heard

Posted February 26th, 2020

David Barnhart was talking the morning after the world premiere of his documentary for Presbyterian Disaster Assistance’s Story Ministry, “Flint: The Poisoning of an American City,” in its namesake city.

2020 Peaceseeker Award goes to Michelle Muñiz-Vega

Posted February 25th, 2020

A woman who’s been instrumental in helping Presbyterians to understand systemic issues facing Puerto Rico and the effects of decades of colonialism and exploitation has been selected to receive the 2020 Peaceseeker Award.